About Us
A movement for fiscal responsibility
In the Black is a citizen-led effort advancing fiscal stewardship for future generations.
Why this work matters
America's rising national debt is more than an economic statistic.
It is a generational challenge that will shape the opportunities and stability available to future Americans.
Rising interest costs, growing federal dependence, and long-term fiscal imbalance threaten the resilience of both states and communities.
In the Black exists to confront that challenge with seriousness, clarity, and practical solutions.
How it began
In the Black started with a simple conviction: debt is not destiny.
A small group of concerned citizens came together around the belief that rising national debt and expanding federal dependence posed a long-term risk to the country's future.
What began as a conversation quickly grew into collaboration, bringing together leaders, educators, and citizens committed to restoring a culture of fiscal responsibility.
Today, that early effort has grown into a broader movement advancing stewardship and sustainable public policy.
Our work
In the Black advances fiscal stewardship through research, leadership, and citizen engagement.
Our focus
Policy & Research
Publishing practical, long-term solutions to reduce debt and strengthen states.
Civic Engagement
Convening leaders, business owners, and citizens around fiscal stewardship.
Public Expression
The all-black specialty plate represents a commitment to living in the black.
Leadership
In the Black brings together leaders from public service, business, and civic life who share a commitment to fiscal stewardship.
Weston Wamp
Founder
Lindsay Conrad
Senior Advisor
Nick Macco
Board Member, Advisor
William Glass
Policy Director
Bringing leaders together
200+ stewardship events hosted
Convening policymakers, business leaders, and citizens.
Leaders from 30+ states engaged
Advancing practical fiscal conversations.
A national stewardship movement
Connecting those committed to living in the black.
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